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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:14 PM
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    So are you framing a single block or several together in a quilt? For the single block I prefer the narrow straight border. If it is several blocks together I think I might prefer the zigzag, but would have to see the whole thing to be sure.
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:15 PM
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    I like the second one.
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:20 PM
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:22 PM
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    I like the clean straight line border. It does not take away from the star.
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:23 PM
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    Thanks everyone, for your opinions. I am pretty sure I am going to use the 2nd one.

    mom-6 its one square 40"

    I will post pics when I finish the quilt. Hopefully with better lighting.
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:24 PM
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    The center is fairly straight forward piecing, even with the diagonals and diamond shapes, so having even more piecing in the border gives the whole top more interest.

    With this pieced border on the first design, the points on the first center "float," and for that reason I prefer it over the second design.

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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:30 PM
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    I love the second one. It frames it perfectly.
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:30 PM
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    First one gives it more dimension.
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:31 PM
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    second one - it it's just on the top and bottom
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    Old 09-08-2011, 05:50 PM
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    I'd do both. I'd frame it with the narrow straight border then use the pieced border for the outside then bind it in black. Just a very humble opinion.
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